W.L. Weller Special Reserve Bourbon Whiskey 750mL is the original wheated bourbon from the legendary Buffalo Trace Distillery — smooth, soft, and perfectly balanced. Crafted with a mash bill that replaces rye with wheat, this bourbon delivers a gentle sweetness and creamy mouthfeel that have made it one of the most beloved whiskies in the world.

Known as the entry point into the coveted Weller lineup, Weller Special Reserve offers exceptional quality and accessibility. Bottled at 90 proof, it features an inviting harmony of caramel, honey, and oak flavors with a long, mellow finish. Whether enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or in a classic cocktail, it embodies the signature smoothness of the Weller family and the unmatched craftsmanship of Buffalo Trace.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Golden amber with copper hues

• Nose: Sweet caramel, vanilla, and honey with light oak and floral undertones

• Palate: Silky and balanced with flavors of toffee, butterscotch, and soft spice

• Finish: Smooth, gentle, and lingering with sweet oak and vanilla

• Mash Bill: Wheated bourbon (corn, wheat, malted barley)

• Aging: Matured in new charred American oak barrels

• ABV: 45% (90 proof)

FAQs

Q: What makes Weller Special Reserve unique?
A: It’s a wheated bourbon, using wheat instead of rye in the mash bill for a smoother, sweeter flavor profile.

Q: Who produces Weller Special Reserve?
A: It’s made by Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky.

Q: What proof is Weller Special Reserve?
A: It’s bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV).

Q: How should I drink Weller Special Reserve?
A: Enjoy it neat or on the rocks, or use it to elevate cocktails like an Old Fashioned, Manhattan, or Gold Rush.

Q: Is Weller Special Reserve related to Pappy Van Winkle?
A: Yes — it shares the same wheated mash bill and aging tradition as the acclaimed Pappy Van Winkle line.